To identify and reach expert consensus on the core domains of suicide postvention to inform a recommendation guide and a training program for healthcare professionals in Chile.
Approach:
Key Findings:
Consensus was reached on five core domains: impact of suicide and foundations of postvention; preparedness and immediate response; ongoing response, accompaniment, and recovery; postvention in specific settings; and long-term follow-up and prevention.
Participants in the focus group emphasized the need for early accompaniment post-suicide and integration of survivor testimonies.
Interpretation:
The study provides foundational insights for developing a recommendation guide and training framework for suicide postvention in Chile.
Limitations:
The study's findings may not be generalizable beyond the Chilean context.
The Delphi panel had a limited number of participants, which may affect the breadth of perspectives.
Conclusion:
The expert consensus on core suicide postvention domains offers a basis for scalable implementation across Chile’s public health system.
